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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Jim Munsch
DESCRIPTION:The cost of pasture as feed. What management tools do you have that can changecost.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-jim-munsch/
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SUMMARY:2025 FEED Summit
DESCRIPTION:Gather in Eau Claire\, Wisconsin for business workshops\, networking sessions\, great local food\, and field trips to local food businesses! Held at The Lismore\, the conference kicks off on Monday\, October 27 at 8 a.m. and concludes Tuesday\, October 28 at 3 p.m. \n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Registration:\n\n\n\nRegister before September 29th\, 2025 and receive this $350+ value for only $85 \n\n\n\nStandard Registration:\n\n\n\nRegister after September 29th\, 2025 and receive this $350+ value for only $95.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/2025-feed-summit/
LOCATION:The Lismore Hotel\, 333 Gibson Street\, Eau Claire\, Wisconsin\, 54701\, United States
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SUMMARY:NW WI Graziers Fall Grazing Conference
DESCRIPTION:Northwest Wisconsin Graziers Network\, GrassWorks\, Shell Lake-Yellow River Watershed Producer Led Council and UW-Madison Extension would like to invite you to attend this year’s fall grazing conference in Shell Lake from 8:00-3:45 on Saturday\, November 1\, 2025. Registration and the trade show will start at 8:00 AM. The delicious meal will be catered by the local group Fiddlehead Kitchen\, using grass-fed beef provided by the Steve Degner Family\, Bashaw Valley Farm of Shell Lake. GrassWorks is the proud sponsor of this year’s Fall Conference!  \n\n\n\nThis conference will continue the NW WI Graziers strong tradition of an informative and friendly networking environment to learn more about: watersheds\, animal health\, grazing and conservation opportunities\, current livestock markets\, understanding forage test results\, nutrient management for graziers\, using a forest mulcher for silvopasture\, making nitrogen fertilizer on-farm and three grazier panels on meat processing of poultry\, small ruminants\, and direct marketing through an on-farm store along with other helpful information. View the agenda below for more details. \n\n\n\nThe conference should be of interest to new farmers\, part-time or full-timeoperators\, low-income startups\, graziers or non-graziers alike. Agency andcommercial exhibitors will be available to network with throughout the day. \n\n\n\nAdvance registration for the conference is due by Wednesday\, October 29\, cost isonly $20 and includes lunch\, refreshments and materials. Late registration is $30.For credit card pre-registration go online to our webpage\, nwgn.org. Contact LynnJohnson with any registration questions. \n\n\n\nFor more grazing and conference information contact UW-Madison ExtensionRegional NPM Outreach Specialist\, Matt Bolen\, 715-681-1660; GrassWorks\,Nicole Muschinske\, at 314-917-9352; or NW Graziers\, Lynn Johnson\, 715-225-9882. \n\n\n\n2025 Graziers Fall Conference Agenda_v1Download
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/nw-wi-graziers-fall-grazing-conference/
LOCATION:Shell Lake Community Center\, 200 West Lake Drive\, Shell Lake\, Wisconsin\, 54871
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
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SUMMARY:Grazing Cover Crops Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the GrassWorks G-TEAM to learn about Chris Reichert’s plan to split a newly added field into 3’s (corn\, soy\, and wheat) with cover crops in each.  \n\n\n\nOur host for this event is Chris Reichert of Reichert Land and Cattle.  Chris’s farm is a participating farm in the Between the Lakes Demonstration Farm Network.  He is also an agronomist with Country Visions Cooperative. His goal is to make the grazing schedule really efficient! Chris also planted a grazable buffer strip along the field with a unique watering system \n\n\n\nMore details and register for the free event here! Any questions\, feel free to reach out to Rachel Bouressa at 608-228-6617 or rachelbouressa@gmail.com
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-cover-crops-field-day/
LOCATION:Reichert Land & Cattle\, N6972 County Road JM\, Sheboygan Falls\, Wisconsin\, 53085
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T170000
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SUMMARY:Acres Eco Ag Conference
DESCRIPTION:Attend the 50th annual Eco-Ag Conference to learn from top-notch speakers about tactics that build soil biology\, balance chemistry\, improve structure and integrate biodiversity like livestock\, companion crops and cover crops.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/acres-eco-ag-conference/
LOCATION:Marriott Madison West\, 1312 John Q Hammons Dr\, Middleton\, Wisconsin\, 53562\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251117T151724Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Crop and Soils Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Access the latest agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research from the University of Wisconsin and learn how it can be applied to Wisconsin’s farmland. \n\n\n\nThe annual UW Badger Crops & Soils Update Meetings are three regional\, one-day in-person sessions and one virtual session that present the latest information on agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research coming out of the University of Wisconsin with a lens to on-farm application. \n\n\n\nThe in-person registration fee includes lunch. The virtual session has a reduced registration fee.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-and-soils-update-meeting/
LOCATION:Chippewa Valley Technical College\, 620 W Clairmont Ave\, Eau Claire\, Wisconsin\, 54703\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grounded: Getting the Dirt on Good Soil
DESCRIPTION:Grounded: Getting the Dirt on Good Soil \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, December 2\, 2025 at 6 pm\, you are invited to the auditorium at Carnegie-Schadde Memorial Public Library where Serge Koenig\, Conservation Analyst with Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department will tell the true stories of how making healthy soil is the foundation of thriving\, beautiful\, and bountiful yards\, gardens\, and farms. This free presentation is co-sponsored by Powered Up Baraboo and Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department. Serge’s presentation will begin following the presentation of the 2025 Baraboo Climate Champion Awards. Details here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grounded-getting-the-dirt-on-good-soil/
LOCATION:Carnegie-Schadde Memorial Public Library\, 230 4th Ave\, Baraboo\, Wisconsin\, 53913
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SUMMARY:Grow and Graze Winter Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Grow and Graze webinars connect producers to peers and experts who have implemented successful grazing strategies creating a space where producers can share what’s working in their grazing systems and help one another make more informed\, profitable decisions. \n\n\n\nWhat will be discussed:\n\n\n\n\nHow the drought affected fall grazing\, cover crops\, and stockpiling\n\n\n\nFeeding hay to save stockpile vs. grazing pastures short\n\n\n\nBenefits of baling cornstalks\n\n\n\nEffects of a hard freeze on cover crops and cool season perennials\n\n\n\nManaging late fall grazing: stockpiling\, grazing crop residue\, flexing stocking rates\n\n\n\nKeeping fall pairs in condition through winter\n\n\n\nWinter feeding strategies: bale rings\, bale unrolling\, bale grazing \n\n\n\nFighting mud\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured panelists include:\n\n\n\n\nDan Sanderson\, owner of Pasture Grazed Regenerative Farm in northern Illinois\, who will share insights on adaptive grazing practices\, multispecies management\, and infrastructure for adaptive rotational grazing.\n\n\n\nDavid Kleinschmidt\, owner of Progressive Agronomy Consulting\, known for his practical guidance on forage selection and soil health.\n\n\n\n\nTagged: Cattle\, Sheep\, Cover Crops\, Pasture Management\, Fencing\, Water Systems \n\n\n\nPosted In: Soil Health\, Regenerative\, Pasture Design\, Livestock\, Forages\, Grazing\, Stored Forages
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grow-and-graze-winter-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251117T151922Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Crop and Soils Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Access the latest agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research from the University of Wisconsin and learn how it can be applied to Wisconsin’s farmland. \n\n\n\nThe annual UW Badger Crops & Soils Update Meetings are three regional\, one-day in-person sessions and one virtual session that present the latest information on agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research coming out of the University of Wisconsin with a lens to on-farm application. \n\n\n\nThe in-person registration fee includes lunch. The virtual session has a reduced registration fee.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-and-soils-update-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Blackhawk Technical College – Monroe Campus\, 210 4th Ave\, Monroe\, Wisconsin\, 53566\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251117T212412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T212414Z
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Grazing Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:December 3rd\, 9:30-3:00 \n\n\n\nThe Wisconsin Grazing Coalition (WGC) is dedicated to advancing managed grazing practices across Wisconsin to build thriving rural communities\, healthier ecosystems\, and more resilient food systems. Formed through decades of grassroots innovation and leadership\, the WGC is a collaborative network of local\, regional\, state\, and national organizations and individuals working together to amplify the benefits of well-managed grazing.   \n\n\n\nCentral Wisconsin Environmental Station10186 County Road MMAmherst Junction\, WI 54407 \n\n\n\nRSVP by Tuesday November 18\, 2025 \n\n\n\nFor any questions contact Regina Hirsch at rmhirsch@wisc.edu or Chuck Anderas at canderas@michaelfields.org. 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-grazing-coalition-meeting/
LOCATION:Central Wisconsin Environmental Station\, 10186 County Road MM\, Amherst Junction\, Wisconsin\, 54407\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251117T152128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T152340Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Crop and Soils Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Access the latest agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research from the University of Wisconsin and learn how it can be applied to Wisconsin’s farmland. \n\n\n\nThe annual UW Badger Crops & Soils Update Meetings are three regional\, one-day in-person sessions and one virtual session that present the latest information on agronomic\, pest\, and nutrient management research coming out of the University of Wisconsin with a lens to on-farm application. \n\n\n\nThis event is in person or virtual. The in-person registration fee includes lunch. The virtual session has a reduced registration fee.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/badger-crop-and-soils-update-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Fox Valley Technical College – Appleton Campus\, 1825 N Bluemound Rd\, Appleton\, Wisconsin\, 54914\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251204T205416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T205418Z
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SUMMARY:Pop up Field Day - Extend the Grazing Season
DESCRIPTION:Pop up field day at Logan Dwyer’s farm in Chetek. Logan just started grazing grain sorghum stubble in an effort to extend the grazing season\, come and see it in practice and connect with other local farmers!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pop-up-field-day-extend-the-grazing-season/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251117T213044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T201246Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Bale Grazing Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy an informative and hands-on discussion as we explore practical winter grazing strategies and management tips.  \n\n\n\nTopics will include:  \n\n\n\n\nManaging recently stockpiled acres\n\n\n\nWinter bale grazing setup and placement ideas \n\n\n\nTips on moving cattle during winter conditions \n\n\n\nFirst-hand successes and challenges with winter bale grazing\n\n\n\n\nArt and Rheta are seasoned graziers of Waupaca County\, having transitioned their beef cow operation to managed grazing about 13 years ago. This event is an opportunity to learn from years of experience and innovation. Wintering livestock and season extension can be challenging to manage\, so bundle up and join fellow graziers to share tips of the trade. Warm beverages and refreshments provided. More info and RSVP here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-bale-grazing-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Richardson Farm\, N641 Sorenson Road\, Waupaca\, Wisconsin\, 54403\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk on Bale Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Jerry’s family has been farming for 120 years\, and he is a 3rd generation farmer on the land. Jerry adopted managed grazing in 2021 to improve soil health\, reduce inputs\, and boost productivity. He grazes Red Angus\, Hereford\, and Black Angus animals on 32 acres. We’ll explore how he utilizes bale grazing as both an outwintering strategy and a fertility program for his sandy soils.This is a free event! All are welcome (kids too)! Cookies and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-on-bale-grazing/
LOCATION:Jerry Wojcik Family Farm\, 172507 Land Dr.\, Hatley\, Wisconsin\, 54440
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20251204T180212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T180215Z
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SUMMARY:Winter agronomy conference
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URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-agronomy-conference/
LOCATION:Ridgeland Area Community Center\, 200 Diamond St\, Ridgeland\, Wisconsin\, 54763
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T022844
CREATED:20250813T183556Z
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SUMMARY:2025 WWASH Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \n\n\n\nDecember 16-17\, 2025Kalahari Resort & Convention CenterWisconsin Dells\, WI\n\n\n\nJoin us at the 2025 WWASH Conference to explore the intersection of on-farm research\, soil health\, and water quality. Engage with other farmers\, dynamic keynote speakers\, participate in interactive breakout sessions\, and contribute to thought-provoking roundtable discussions\, all designed to deepen your expertise and provide actionable insights for your farm or the producers you support. Registration opens September 15.\n\n\n\nSee more details here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/2025-wwash-conference/
LOCATION:Kalahari Resort & Convention Center\, 1305 Kalahari Dr\, Baraboo\, Wisconsin\, 53913
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